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Transport Secretary outlines a multi-billion-pound drive to transform rail and growth in the North of England.
Government announces the biggest transformation to travel in the North in a generation as the Chancellor sets out new Northern Growth Strategy and promises the renewal of Britain to make all parts of the country better off.
The minister is responsible for: Northern Powerhouse Mayors and devolution Local growth – policy and initiatives (e.g. enterprise zones, high streets, coastal communities) Place-based initiatives (e.g. Thames Estuary Growth Commission) Local Enterprise Partnership policy Inward investment and infrastructure (including High...
Northern Powerhouse Rail plans announced to grow productivity, with faster rail commutes across Yorkshire, better journeys to the North East and route upgrades.
The minister is responsible for: Northern Powerhouse devolution deals local growth coastal communities community rights (including pubs) local enterprise partnership (LEP) policy enterprise zones high streets inward investment and infrastructure (including High Speed 2) European Regional Development Fund resilience and...
Major rail plans will unlock North West's economic potential, including a new rail route between Liverpool and Manchester and improved connections across the region.
The minister is responsible for: Northern Powerhouse, supporting the Secretary of State on City Deals European Regional Development Fund Enterprise Zones & Local Enterprise Partnerships building regulations supporting minister on the Devolution Bill planning casework
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